​Best Time To Visit – Isalo NP

Anthony Ham
Expert
By Anthony Ham

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Lonely Planet guidebooks, including the guide to Madagascar.

Anthony is a renowned Africa expert and author of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar.

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar.

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Isalo National Park is fantastic throughout the year. Because the park is primarily a hiking destination, however, the best time to visit is during the cooler months of the Dry season (April to October). At this time, it rarely rains and skies are generally clear. These are also the best months to see the park’s lemurs. During the Wet season (November to March), some 4WD tracks may be closed after heavy rains.


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Best Time April to October (Best hiking conditions)
High Season July, August and December holidays (The park is busy)
Low Season January to March (Low-season rates might apply; it is less busy)
Best Weather June to August (Cooler weather)
Worst Weather December to March (Wettest months)

April to October –Dry Season – Winter

  • It rarely rains, humidity is low and temperatures are slightly cooler
  • Days are clear and sunny
  • Lemurs can be found throughout the year
  • Reptiles and amphibians are less active from June to September
  • The park is especially busy in July and August

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November to March –Wet Season – Summer

  • The air is fresh and scenery is lovely and green after the rains
  • From January to March many lodges have low-season rates
  • September to November are the best bird-watching months
  • It rains often from December to March
  • The heat and humidity can be oppressive for hiking
  • Even when it’s not raining, overcast days can diminish the scenic beauty

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